Samsung AirDresser

It looks like a really thick mirror. That's by design. The Samsung AirDresser is a garment cleaning device that's meant to live in the open. The mirrored front has intricate pinstripe patterns to add a sense of mood to the space (and its user's reflection). It's designed to eliminate dust, odor, and pollutants from clothing, using different cleaning courses recommended by manufacturers and selected via an app. A wrinkle remove course gets clothes ready to wear on-demand, giving you yet another reason to leave it out in the open.

Polaroid Lab Photo Maker

It's not a printer, nor is it a camera. Instead, the Polaroid Lab uses a phone's screen to create real-life Polaroid prints. Open the app, pick a photo, and set the phone face-down on the top of the device. A lens focuses the light coming from the phone onto Polaroid's instant paper, creating a physical copy of the digital capture. Arriving in October.

Orbi WiFi 6 System

There are few modern annoyances worse than spotty WiFi. Orbi's latest system employs WiFi 6 to blanket your entire home with lightning-fast networking. It supports speeds up to 6 Gbps, up to 20 simultaneous streams, 8K video, and can handle over 100 devices — perfect for connected homes. The system includes a main router and a satellite, enough to cover 5,000 square feet, and the system can be expanded with extra satellites should added range be required.

Future Piano Standing Grand

It seems obvious in retrospect. The Standing Grand from Future Piano promises the acoustics of a grand piano in the footprint of an upright. Instead of turning to an electronic solution, however, it simply takes the strings vertical in a straight strung configuration that lends itself to experimentation by giving the performer access to every part of every string. This layout and lightweight materials also mean it weighs roughly a fifth of a traditional grand — 180 vs. 990 lbs. The project is being led by pianist Sarah Nicolls with assists from engineers Tim Evans and Chris Vaissière and piano builder David Klavins. It's seeking public backing via Kickstarter, but unlike most campaigns, backers will receive thank yous, digital downloads, concert tickets, or other rewards instead of actual pianos.

Rhythmo BeatBox Drum Machine

Meant to be a cost-effective first step in making music, the Rhythmo BeatBox is a DIY affair. It uses a cardboard box as a platform and leaves it up to the future performer to assemble it (no soldering required). It can be built in under one hour and uses an array of arcade buttons, knobs, and a joystick for control. A companion app handles much of the sound processing, and it also can serve as a standard MIDI controller. Creations can be enjoyed via the built-in speakers, through headphones, or through external speakers attached to the headphone jack.

DJI Digital FPV System

Capable of delivering buttery smooth HD video up to 2.5 miles away, DJI's new Digital FPV System is as close as you can come to flight without leaving the ground. The system consists of a small processor and transmitter unit, an HD camera, goggles that support 720p playback at 120fps, and a robust RC controller. Latency for video is just 28ms and only 7ms between the controller and air unit, and video can be recorded during flight in 1080p at 60fps. While it was built with drone racing in mind, and as such supports eight simultaneous channels, it could also be useful for filming action sequences requiring quick, precise camera motion.

Poolside.FM

A throwback to the halcyon days of wasting time on the Internet, Poolside.fm is a welcome distraction from our modern dystopia. It originally launched in 2014 but has recently been updated with a classic Mac OS theme that would look right at home on the screen of a Bondi Blue iMac. While there you can listen to music from one of three channels, and enjoy period-correct videos ranging from vintage commercials to old clips of Soul Train.

Zero Breeze Mk II Portable Air Conditioner

A camping adventure is more enjoyable when you sleep well. And during the summer, sleeping in a hot, humid tent can be a challenge. This portable air conditioner from Zero Breeze ensures your sleeping area is cool quickly using a new dual hose system that is twice as strong and more efficient than the first-generation model. Ideal for tents, trucks, and RVs, the new MK II has shrunk the size of the compressor down to a soda can so it's easy to pack and transport before your trip. And once you're ready to set the Zero Breeze up, it can reduce the temperature in your space by 20°F in just five minutes. It all runs on a high energy density battery that not only provides five hours of coolness but also doubles as a charging station for USB and USB-C compatible devices.

Neuralink N1 Implantable Sensor

Founded by Elon Musk, Neuralink is on a mission to allow humans to interface directly with AI in hopes of keeping the nascent technology from destroying humanity. Really. Its N1 sensor is a step towards that future. The sensor will be embedded inside the body, use a series of "threads" to interface with the brain, then read, clean up, and amplify the resulting signals. The company has developed a neurosurgical robot capable of inserting the threads while avoiding blood vessels, and while current versions of the system require a wired USB-C connection, in the future up to four N1 sensors will transmit data wirelessly to a device mounted behind the ear, controlled via an iPhone app. While the system is hard to wrap your head around, it's not as far-fetched as you'd think: a prototype has already allowed a monkey to control a computer with its brain, and the company hopes to begin working with human subjects as soon as next year.

Sublue WhiteShark Underwater Scooter

Underwater exploration is way easier holding on to this battery-powered scooter. The WhiteShark is compact and lightweight at under 8 pounds and has two motors to pull you along at speeds up to 3.35mph with a 40m depth rating. The scooter runs on a lithium battery that runs for up to 30 minutes on a charge and comes with a camera mount, and detachable floater, and a duffel bag.

C64 Home Computer

1982's Commodore 64 is making a comeback — and not as some pint-sized replica. The C64 Home Computer houses its internals inside a full-size keyboard, letting you run any software compatible with the original C64 or Commodore VIC-20. In addition, it includes a Games Carousel mode with a microswitch joystick and 64 pre-loaded titles. It connects via HDMI to modern monitors and TVs, and has a USB port for software updates and loading your own applications.

Raspberry Pi 4 Computer

It's roughly the same size as its predecessor, but make no mistake: the Raspberry Pi 4 Model B is a serious upgrade over the 3 B+. Both its quad-core CPU and GPU are speedier, and it has two Micro HDMI ports capable of running two 4K monitors at once. Two of its four USB ports are now USB 3, and it can be outfitted with up to 4GB of RAM. All of these upgrades make it even better as the brains for custom builds or media servers, but also allow the Pi to function as a lightweight desktop replacement, ultimately giving more access to modern computing.

Amazon Kindle Oasis

The best e-reader around is back with some significant upgrades. Amazon's top of the line Kindle option: the Oasis now lets you adjust the shade of the screen from white light to a warm amber that's perfect for reading at night. The new e-reader also gives you the option to schedule light changes and has an adaptive front light that auto adjusts based on lighting conditions. And just like the previous model, it's IPX8 waterproof and ready to handle beach and poolside reading without worrying about splashes or accidental dips. And the 7" 300ppi flush-front Paperwhite display is as portable as ever thanks to its lightweight anodized aluminum back, glass front cover, and available cellular networking. Available in 8GB and 32GB capacities.

Libra Cryptocurrency

Developed in relative secrecy over the past year, Libra is a new cryptocurrency from... Facebook. Obvious concerns first, Libra will be controlled by a Swiss-based non-profit, overseen by other companies, with Facebook's involvement handled by a subsidiary that is not allowed to share financial data with other divisions. It will be backed by real-world currencies like the US dollar, Euro, and Yen, and, if it works as intended, will become a worldwide currency without the fees and delays common with traditional banking. 27 partners, including Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, Uber, and Vodafone have signaled their support so far, with hundreds more expected before the first Libra coins make their way to the public in 2020.

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Garmin Overlander GPS

Most GPS units are built to keep you on the road. The Garmin Overlander is built to keep you on track off of it. It seamlessly transitions from turn-by-turn directions on the pavement to topographic maps for off-road exploration. Public land and 4x4 road markings help keep you where you need to be, pre-loaded campsite listings make it easy to find a place to rest, and integrated pitch, roll, compass, altimeter, and barometer readings make traversing uneven trails that much safer.

Motor Synth

There are a ton of synthesizers out there, so it's notable when something truly new appears. Motor Synth is nothing if not novel. It produces sounds by spinning eight brushless electromotors at precise RPMs that correspond to musical notes. Magnetic pickups turn the resulting oscillations into sound. At the same time, infrared sensors read the reflective optical disks on the shafts of the motors, converting their readings into sound. Its old-school layout also features common analog controls as well as an innovative looping system, and in addition to MIDI control, the Synth can also track a mono signal from its 1/4-inch input, turning it into a harmonizer for an electric guitar. A protective glass cover sits above the motors, making the instrument as interesting to look at as it is to hear.

Winston Online Privacy Device

There's no more contentious topic in tech than privacy. While large corporations hide behind half-statements and legalese, the truth is there's little way for regular people to know how much of their online activity is being tracked. With the Winston Online Privacy Device, the answer is nearly zero. This small, simple box sits between your modem and router, and routes all traffic through 20-30 other Winston units, choosing new connections randomly every hour. As a result, your data is scrambled, preventing traditional tracking techniques, and by blocking over 90,000 trackers, ads, and clickbait sources, it can actually speed up your browsing and reduce data usage. Its browser-accessed dashboard lets you see what's being blocked, and each one comes with a free one-year subscription to the service.

Amazon Echo Show 5 Smart Display

Perfectly sized for a bedside table or crowded desk, the Amazon Echo Show 5 gives you the benefits of a screen-laded assistant without taking up a ton of space. Its screen measures 5.5 inches, its 1.65" speaker can be bypassed via Bluetooth or a 3.5 jack, and its camera enables video calls to other Echos and the Alexa app, while a physical shutter lets you know at a glance that your privacy's being protected.

Kromek D3S ID Gamma Neutron Detector

In comic books, gamma radiation can make you a superhero. In real life, it's nasty stuff. Designed for first responders, soldiers, and other security forces, Kromek's D3S ID RIID gamma neutron detector can identify radioisotopes and detects neutrons in seconds. Unlike conventional RIIDs, it's small, wearable, and concealable, leaving suspects unaware of any monitoring, and can warn of dirty bombs, radioactive contamination, smuggling of radioactive substances, and radiation at the scene of an accident or attack. Like most modern gadgets, it's USB rechargeable, with 12 hours of battery life and a Bluetooth connection to the companion app.

Google Nest Home Max Smart Display

Google just combined its Nest and Home divisions, creating Google Nest that encompasses all the company's smart home efforts. So it makes sense their first new product would be a combination of things. The Google Nest Home Max Smart Display combines elements of the Google Home Max speaker, Google Home Hub display, and Nest Camera into a single package. It has a 10" HD display, a 6.5-megapixel camera, stereo speakers with a dedicated subwoofer, and Google Assistant built in. Thus it can act as a controller for other smart devices in the house, a video chat station, a speaker, and if you want, a mini TV. Shipping later this summer, a waitlist has already formed.

Valve Index VR Headset

It might not have the most impressive specs, but Valve's Index VR headset aims to offer a premium experience based on the way everything works together. Its dual 1440x1600 RGB LCDs sit behind fine-tuned dual-element lenses and run at 120Hz for smooth, crisp visuals. Its off-ear speakers that make the sound seem as if it's coming from the surrounding environment, and the head size, face angle, ear position, and eye relief are all adjustable, so it fits as well as possible. It arrives with advanced controllers that use 87 sensors for hand, finger, and grip sensing, and uses laser-firing Lighthouse base stations to track the headset's position, letting the player make the most of the five-meter cable.